Victoria Shiers
Harrison,AR
Summary
Results-driven Licensed Practical Nurse focused on medication administration and patient relationship building. Expertise in emergency response and infection control, committed to ensuring patient safety and comfort in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Springs of Harrison
Harrison, AR
07.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure compliance with care plans.
- Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and promote independence.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices and post-discharge instructions.
- Administering oral medication, IM medication, IV fluids and medications, preforming CPR.
- Maintaining relationships with patients and their family members with effective communication.
- Maintaining a teamwork environment with coworkers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Medical Solution Center
Omaha, NE
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records to maintain accurate medical histories.
- Provided wound care and managed dressings to support healing processes effectively.
- Trained new nursing staff on operational procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Traveled to different facilities such as hospitals and skilled nursing facilities.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Ozarka Community College
Melbourne, AR12-2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Diabetes management
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Documenting intake
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Patient relationship building
- ADL assistance
- Caregiving skills
- Palliative care, hospice care
- Staff supervision, managing CNAs
Accomplishments
In 2024 nominated and awarded compassionate nurse award from Farm Bureau and Publishing Concepts of Arkansas.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Springs of Harrison
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Medical Solution Center
06.2022 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Ozarka Community College